Artist Jobs in Santa Monica, CA

An Artist in the commercial art industry creates visual content for advertising campaigns, promotional materials, and product packaging. They are typically responsible for designing and creating visual elements such as logos, illustrations, layouts, and photos that help to sell a product or service. Their work often involves collaboration with marketers, copywriters, and art directors to ensure the visual elements align with the marketing objectives and brand identity.

Important skills for an Artist in the commercial art industry include creativity, and strong visual design and communication skills. They should also have proficiency in design software like Adobe Creative Suite. A degree in graphic design or a related field can be beneficial, and some positions may require professional certifications like Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) or Certified Graphic Designer from the Graphic Designers of Canada (GDC). Prior to becoming an artist in this industry, individuals often gain experience in roles such as Graphic Design Intern, Junior Graphic Designer, or Visual Communication Specialist.

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Background Artist

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Background Artist Los Angeles, California, United States The Background Artist is in charge of designing and painting detailed backgrounds....

Character Artist (ExDev - Contract)

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Join the award-winning team that created God of War Santa Monica Studio is seeking a Character Artist to assist our External Development (ExDev) Senior Character Artist in managing and reviewing outsourced...

Custom Costume Designer Needed

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago

custom costume designer needed compensation: Yes, negotiable. hi i need someone to make a custom costume for me, to look like a real statue so it scares people. material must look to be like a...

DreamWorks Feature - Previs Artist

  • Glendale, CA (15 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, CA (15 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together....

Video Editor / Content Creator

  • West Hollywood, CA (10 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (10 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Seeking a video editor / content creator for a public figure working in the music and personal development fields. Remote position from wherever your workstation may be - communication will take...

Clay Sculptor - California Advanced Studio

  • Pasadena, CA (22 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA (22 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Deisgn Studio in Pasadena, California on a full-time basis. The Role: GM...

Tools and Pipeline Technical Artist

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Position Overview/Responsibilities for the Tools and Pipeline Technical Artist: Collaborate with the Tech Art Team and Engineering to build an art pipeline framework and artist-facing tools for Character...

Product Designer, Reality Labs

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 4 days ago

As a Product Designer, you'll be responsible for defining, designing, researching, prototyping, and implementing new features as well as future iterations. We're looking for a designer who isn't...

Ligter/ Look Dvelopment Artist

  • Redondo Beach, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Redondo Beach, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary: The Lighting Artist will be responsible for creating high quality environment scenes for our game title....

Principal Tools & Pipeline Technical Artist

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Title: Principal Tools & Pipeline Technical Artist Industry: Gaming Location: Remote, PST Duration : 6+ months Rate Range: $99.60-126.79/hr Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized...

Production Artist (Fully Remote) - Ongoing Freelance

  • Burbank, CA (16 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (16 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Fully RemoteHours: 40 hours/week, must be available for either the day shift (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) or second shift (2:00 PM - 10:30 PM)Rate: $35/hour - $40/hourOur agency client is seeking a Production Artist...

Freelance Color Artist - Fully Remote

  • Burbank, CA (16 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (16 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 6 days ago

freelanceHours: 40 hours/week - must be available for either the day shift (8:00am - 5:00pm) or second shift (2:00pm - 10:30pm)Rate: $35/hour - $40/hourOur entertainment agency client is seeking a Color Artist...

Remote Work

Production Artist

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 7 days ago

LOCATION Los Angeles, CA SALARY $30/hr - $35/hr EMPLOYMENT TYPE Temp CATEGORY Creative DIVISION Syndicatebleu Production Artist We're looking for a detail-driven Production Artist to join a high-performing...

Product Designer - Vehicles

  • El Segundo, CA (8 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (8 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 7 days ago

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It's our heritage and it's also our future. Because we don't just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and...

Principal Product Designer

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from Santa Monica, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Principal Product Designer Intuit - 4.1 Los Angeles, CA Job Details $229,000 - $309,500 a year 6 hours ago Qualifications Master's degree 8 years Bachelor's degree Senior level AI Interaction...

Demographic Data for Santa Monica, CA

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Salary for Artist Jobs in Santa Monica, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireCommercialArt research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Artists in Santa Monica, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.2%
Master's Degree
12.8%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
Some College
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Artists in Santa Monica, CA
Less than 1 year
41.6%
4-6 years
27.0%
1-2 years
18.8%
2-4 years
12.1%
None
0.6%



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